Dr. Brian Grogan, M.D.
Contact & Location
608-263-8850
Madison, WI 53718
Dr. Grogan performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 97% of orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #1 of 40 ranked shoulder surgeons in Wisconsin.
About Dr. Grogan
Practice. Dr. Brian Grogan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Madison, Wisconsin. The latest annual CMS data records 106 shoulder replacements. That is #1 in Wisconsin for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2008.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 6 years. Volume rose from 37 procedures a year to 106, up 186%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 106 procedures is more than 3x the national average of 29. That is #30 nationally.
Local context. Madison has 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 37 |
| 2020 | 63 |
| 2021 | 64 |
| 2022 | 89 |
| 2023 | 114 |
| 2024 | 106 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Grogan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Grogan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 186% from 37 procedures in 2019 to 106 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Grogan
How does Dr. Grogan's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Grogan has performed 106 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Wisconsin average of 51 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Grogan ranks #19 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Grogan perform?
Dr. Grogan's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 106 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Grogan with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Grogan ranks #1 in Wisconsin for shoulder replacement with 106 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 189 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Grogan in Madison?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Madison in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Wisconsin surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Grogan represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Grogan's total volume across all insurers at roughly 290 to 370 procedures against the 106 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Grogan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Grogan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 37 procedures in 2019 to 106 in the most recent data, a 186% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 114 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Grogan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Grogan is affiliated with University Of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority, Unitypoint Health - Meriter, Stoughton Hospital, Mercy Health System Corp, Beloit Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Grogan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Madison?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Madison, Dr. Grogan ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Madison has 246 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Grogan practices?
University Of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Unitypoint Health - Meriter (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Stoughton Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Madison, Wisconsin
Dr. Grogan's 106 Medicare procedures are below the Madison average of 161. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Madison.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Nickel | 246 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Hennessy | 233 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Illgen | 189 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rajit Chakravarty | 133 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Anderson | 112 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrew Livermore | 109 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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